Chief Bemidji Statute

Great Ojibwe History

I was grateful to visit this statue with my brother-in-law that grew up in Bemidji. I did not realize northern Minnesota was so steeped in native American culture. In the south, schools have Spanish a...

Learned about the namesake of Bemidji

Chief Bemidji was the first permanent settler. During a time of conflict, Chief Bemidji brought people together. Very interesting history stop honoring him and his legacy. Chief Bemidji is situated a...

Beautiful statue overlooking the lake

Up on the hill above The Paul Bunyan & Babe statues is a bronze sculpture of Chief Bemidji. Wonderfully done with plaques all around giving history and background. Gorgeous spot overlooking the lake...

This statue is along the walkway next to the lake

Park near the Babe and Paul Bunyan statues...they are near the visitor's center. The main road that runs by Lake Bemidji is 197. You will see a sculpture/statue near the parking lot. Continue walking ...

Who knew?

Well, if you walk about 100’ North from the Paul Bunyon statue along the lake trail, you will come to this statue and learn about the city’s namesake.